FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 9th, 2026
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Communications Workers of America (CWA) District 1 Endorses Rebecca Bennett for Congress
Bennett continues to net critical labor support in NJ-07 race
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Today, Navy helicopter pilot, healthcare leader, and mom of two, Rebecca Bennett, announced her endorsement from the Communications Workers of America (CWA) District 1. CWA District 1 represents over 160,000 active and retired members across New York, New Jersey, and New England in public service, telecommunications, media, healthcare, manufacturing, and other sectors, including roughly 70,000 members in New Jersey.
Bennett continues to build on her momentum in the race to flip NJ-07, adding to a growing coalition of organized labor support that includes the Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association and the Public Alliance NJ, making her the only candidate with organized labor endorsements in the Democratic primary race in NJ-07.
“Rebecca Bennett is the strongest candidate to flip this seat in November,” said Billy Gallagher, Assistant to the Vice President, CWA District 1. “She has real swing-voter appeal, a strong campaign infrastructure, and a message centered on affordability and healthcare that speaks directly to the concerns of working families.”
“I’m honored to have CWA with me in the fight to flip NJ-07,” said Rebecca Bennett. “CWA members power our communications, care for our communities, and keep essential public services running. They deserve fair wages, strong benefits, and the right to organize without interference. In Congress, I will fight to put families first and deliver real results for New Jersey’s 7th congressional district.”
Rebecca Bennett is a former U.S. Navy helicopter pilot, officer in the Air National Guard, business leader in healthcare, and mom of two. Rebecca served in the Navy for over a decade as a helicopter pilot and aircraft commander. After serving her country for over fifteen years in the military and making waves in healthcare innovation, Rebecca is running for Congress to build a better future for our community. As a mom to two young girls, Rebecca understands first-hand the challenges of balancing work & family while navigating inflation and the rising cost of living.
For more information, please visit rebeccabennettforcongress.com.
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